1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
